About the role#
Peraton is building a pipeline for Contracts Administration roles, offering both summer internships for 2027 and 2028 graduates and entry-level positions for 2026 graduates. You will support the intake, setup, and lifecycle management of contract awards and modifications within our system. This work helps maintain compliance, audit readiness, and regulatory reporting standards across the enterprise.
What you'll do#
- Support the intake and setup of contract awards and modifications while ensuring data is complete, accurate, and compliant with internal service level agreements.
- Monitor key metrics and contribute to process improvement initiatives.
- Work with Sub-Contracts Centers of Excellence and partners to support efficient NDA execution.
- Review contractual documentation to ensure proper configuration within the CLM system for audit preparedness.
- Assist with contract operations initiatives and special projects as business needs evolve.
What you'll need#
- US Citizenship is required for this role.
- You must be in the process of pursuing or completing an associate degree in Contract Management, or a BS, BA, MS, or MA degree, preferably in Contract Management.
- Strong organizational skills with a focus on data accuracy and management.
- A structured approach to completing tasks and providing proactive status updates.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Familiarity with contract lifecycle management software.
Location & details#
- Location: Reston, Virginia.
- Work Modality: Hybrid, with the requirement to live in the area to support onsite efforts.
- Term: Summer 2026.
- Compensation: This is a paid position starting at $20.00 per hour.
About Peraton
Peraton is a technology company based in Reston, Virginia. Founded in 2017, the firm provides services in space, intelligence, defense, and cybersecurity. It employs over 13,000 people and maintains multiple office locations across the United States. The company focuses on engineering, software development, and network infrastructure.
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